1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | X1 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |